Dzulhijjah is a special month for Muslims. In addition to being the month of hajj and Eid al-Adha, this month also has its own virtues for those who fast.
Sunnah fasting in Dzulhijjah is fasting that is done on the first days of the month of Dzulhijjah, including fasting Tarwiyah on the 8th and fasting Arafah on the 9th. Sunnah fasting in Dzulhijjah has many benefits and rewards that are extraordinary. Let's look at the explanation below.
What is Sunnah Fasting in Dzulhijjah?
Sunnah fasting in Dzulhijjah is fasting that is done on the first days of the month of Dzulhijjah, that is from the 1st to the 9th. This fasting is one of the sunnah fasts that are recommended by the Prophet SAW. In a hadith narrated by Imam Ahmad, the Prophet SAW said:
"There are no days that are greater and more beloved to Allah for doing good deeds in them than these ten days (Dzulhijjah). So increase in them tahlil, takbir and tahmid."
Sunnah fasting in Dzulhijjah also includes fasting Tarwiyah and fasting Arafah. Fasting Tarwiyah is fasting that is done on the 8th of Dzulhijjah, which is the day when the hajj pilgrims depart from Mina to Arafah. Fasting Arafah is fasting that is done on the 9th of Dzulhijjah, which is the day when the hajj pilgrims gather in the plain of Arafah to pray and supplicate to Allah SWT.
Fasting Tarwiyah and fasting Arafah have great virtues. The Prophet SAW said:
"There are four things that the Prophet SAW never left, namely fasting Ashura, fasting Arafah, fasting three days every month (Ayyamul Bidh) and praying two rak'ahs before Subuh."
"Fasting Arafah can erase sins for two years, namely one year before and one year after."
How to Intend Sunnah Fasting in Zullihajj?
The intention for sunnah fasting in Zullihajj is similar to other sunnah fasts. Here is the intention reading in Arabic and its meaning:
نَوَيْتُ صَوْمَ شَهْرِ ذِيْ الْحِجَّةِ سُنَّةً لِلَّهِ تَعَالَى
Nawaitu Shouma Syahri Dlilhiyyati Sunnatan Lillaahi Ta'aala.
Meaning: I intend to fast sunnah in the month of Zullihajj because of Allah Ta'ala.
For intending Tarwiyah and Arafah fasts, just replace the word "syahri" with "yawmi" which means "day". Here is the intention reading in Arabic and its meaning:
نَوَيْتُ صَوْمَ يَوْمِ تَرْوِيَةٍ سُنَّةً لِلَّهِ تَعَالَى
Nawaitu Shouma Yawmi Tarwiyatin Sunnatan Lillaahi Ta'aala.
Meaning: I intend to fast sunnah on Tarwiyah day because of Allah Ta'ala.
نَوَيْتُ صَوْمَ يَوْمِ عَرَفَةٍ سُنَّةً لِلَّهِ تَعَالَى
Nawaitu Shouma Yawmi 'Arafatin Sunnatan Lillaahi Ta'aala.
Meaning: I intend to fast sunnah on Arafah day because of Allah Ta'ala.
The intention for sunnah fasting can be done before or at imsak. This intention does not need to be spoken verbally but only with heart.
What are the Benefits of Sunnah Fasting in Zullhijjah?
Sunnah fasting in Zullihajj has many benefits and advantages for Muslims. Here are some of them:
- Getting unlimited rewards from Allah SWT.
- Getting forgiveness of sins from Allah SWT.
- Getting honor from Allah SWT.
- Getting closer to Allah SWT.
- Perfecting hajj worship for those who perform it.
- Following the sunnah of Rasulullah SAW.
- Maintaining physical and mental health.
Sunnah fasting in Zullihajj is one of the deeds that are highly recommended for Muslims. This fasting is a form of appreciation to Allah SWT for His blessings that He has given us.
This fasting is also a form of solidarity with our brothers and sisters who are performing hajj worship in the holy land. May we all be able to perform sunnah fasting in Zullihajj with sincerity and devotion. Aamiin.
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